by spiritmindbodyconnection | Aug 12, 2020 | Uncategorized
By Stacey Burling, Inquirer Staff Writer www.Philly.com POSTED: August 09, 2015 Steve Sewell hadn’t given much thought to forgiveness until he started visiting his friend Ouida Coley while she was getting treatment for metastic breast cancer. Her...
by spiritmindbodyconnection | Aug 12, 2020 | Uncategorized
Author and researcher Dr. Robert Emmons has discovered what gives life meaning: Gratitude. Emmons, a University of California, Davis professor, backs up his claim with eight years of intensive research on gratitude in his best selling book, “Thanks! How The New...
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It’s that time of year where many people begin thinking about everything they have to be thankful for. Although it’s nice to count your blessings on Thanksgiving, being thankful throughout the year could have tremendous benefits on your quality of life. In fact,...
by spiritmindbodyconnection | Aug 12, 2020 | Uncategorized
New finding is clear example in humans of the theory of epigenetic inheritance: the idea that environmental factors can affect the genes of your children. Erin Birney Genetic changes stemming from the trauma suffered by Holocaust survivors are capable of being...
by spiritmindbodyconnection | Aug 12, 2020 | Uncategorized
The Dangers of Excessive Stress: Part 1 The majority of the patients that I see on a daily basis are overstressed, and this contributes greatly to the illness or disease from which they are suffering… Our mind and body seek a state of peace and relaxation, which...
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Wednesday, 05 February 2014 11:12 David Readett IntroductionThis is a summary in “Christian Speak” of the latest scientific discoveries regarding DNA and the potential impact on the Christian faith with a conclusion on the pitfalls. Russian scientist research 90% of...
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Wednesday, 05 February 2014 11:04 David Readett IntroductionThese are some comments I picked up on the internet. Being totally none scientific I have tried to condense and make some sense of what this means.I apologise if it seems nonsensical. As...
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Scientists know plenty about depression. Now they are starting to understand the roots of positive emotionBy Michael D. Lemonick Sunday, Jan. 09, 2005 Richard Davidson was in a lab observing a Buddhist Monk Sink deep into serene meditation when he noticed something...
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http://local.psy.miami.edu/faculty/mmccullough/Papers/Dimensions%20of%20Religiosity.pdf
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https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/images/application_uploads/McCullough-GratefulDisposition.pdf
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General adaptation syndrome, or GAS, is a term used to describe the body’s short-term and long-term reactions to stress....
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Nutrient Interrelationships Minerals — Vitamins — Endocrines David L. Watts, D.C., Ph.D., F.A.C.E.P. https://www.traceelements.com/Docs/Nutrient%20Interrelationships-Minerals-Vitamins-Endocrines.pdf See Page 17 Excerpt: Sympathetic ...
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by Michael Dye and Patricia Fancher In very simplistic terms, we have two parts to our brains. The first part is the neocortex. It is located in the front of the head and receives and stores information for decision making and remembering. The other part is called the...
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By Debbie Hampton Neuroplasticity has become a buzzword in psychology and scientific circles, as well as outside of them, promising that you can “re-wire” your brain to improve everything from health and mental wellbeing to quality of life. There’s a lot of...
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https://www.heartmath.org/assets/uploads/2016/01/science-of-the-heart-vol-2.pdf
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by Kit Steinkellner June 16, 2016 You know deep down in your heart that old grudge you’re white-knuckling is doing you no good. Now our dear friend science has come out with proof that grudges do our health real harm and forgiveness may just be the best medicine on...
by spiritmindbodyconnection | Aug 12, 2020 | Uncategorized
Have you ever experienced a gentle warmth around your heart when someone appreciates you, or you express your appreciation and gratitude for others? This is just one of the many amazing properties of the powerful human emotion of appreciation. Bruce was a pretty happy...
by spiritmindbodyconnection | Aug 11, 2020 | Uncategorized
by Ruth Buczynski, PhD The theme of healing prayer is very common in the history of spirituality, but what about in the technical, scientific field of modern medicine? There has been incredible debate in the medical community over whether or not prayer can impact...
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Professor Loren Toussaint says that forgiveness is connected to better health, more happiness, and better relationships The Rolling Stones may have said it best, “You can’t always get what you want!” And, when we don’t get what we want, we struggle. We struggle when...
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We must develop and maintain the capacity to forgive. He who is devoid of the power to forgive is devoid of the power to love. There is some good in the worst of us and some evil in the best of us. When we discover this, we are less prone to hate our enemies. —...
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By ABC NEWS (Oct. 30, 2006) It’s not uncommon to see a character in a horror movie say we were “scared to death” by a villain or a specter.Usually we’re able to shake off our sweaty palms and our terrified expression by the next...
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“Chronic unforgiveness causes stress. Every time people think of their transgressor, their body responds. By decreasing your unforgiveness it will cut down your health risk. Now, if you can forgive, that can actually strengthen your immune system“....
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When someone you care about hurts you, you can hold on to anger, resentment and thoughts of revenge — or embrace forgiveness and move forward.By Mayo Clinic Staff Nearly everyone has been hurt by the actions or words of another. Perhaps your mother criticized your...
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Conflict doesn’t just weigh down the spirit; it can lead to physical health issues. But these steps from a Johns Hopkins expert can help you move toward forgiveness—and better health. Whether it’s a simple spat with your spouse or long-held resentment toward a family...